This three-day instructor-led course provides students moving from earlier releases of SQL Server with an introduction to the new features in SQL Server 2016.

Microsoft On DemandMicrosoft Official Courses On-Demand (MOC On-Demand) blend video, text, hands-on labs and knowledge checks to help you build your Microsoft technology skills on your own schedule, at your own pace and in your own place. No need to spend time and money travelling to a classroom location or adhering to classroom hours with a computer and an Internet connection, your Microsoft Official Courses On-Demand come to you, any time.

Microsoft On Demand covers the same objectives as the classroom course by the same name

After you activate your course, you have 6 months to complete it. You can work on your course at any time throughout the 6-month period after you activate the course.

Audience profileThe primary audience for this course are existing database professionals with experience of SQL Server 2014 who want to update their skills to SQL Server 2016. Additional this course is for existing SQL Server 2014 MCSAs who want to prepare for the Upgrade exam for SQL Server 2016 certification.

PrerequisitesIn addition to their professional experience, students who attend this training should already have the following technical knowledge:

Experience of building and managing database, data warehouse, and business intelligence (BI) solutions with SQL Server 2014.

Familiarity with the Windows Server 2012 R2 operating system and networking.